CZECH REPUBLIC. YOU CAN'T MAKE THIS UP

Immerse yourself in a fascinating story about the Czech Republic, a country full of paradoxes and extraordinary characters. Discover whether the Czechs really deserve the title of the most laid-back nation in Central Europe and why the inhabitants of Brno, Ostrava or Olomouc don't like it when someone says they live in the Czech Republic. Get to know the phenomenon of Czech literature, which produced giants such as Franz Kafka, Bohumil Hrabal, Milan Kundera and Ota Pavel.

• Discover the secrets of Czech humor and distance to life.
• Learn about the origins of the Czech Republic's industrial power.
• Find out how the Czechs became masters of fairy tales for children.
• Understand why it is so difficult to learn the Czech language.
• Discover what Czech klid is and how to learn it.
• Learn about the history of Czech oligarchs and their enrichment.

Czech Republic. You can't make this up is not just a book, it's a journey into the depths of the Czech soul. The author takes us on a fascinating journey through a country that surprises at every turn. We will find out why the Czechs prefer to baptize books rather than children and whether they are really a nation of atheists. We will get to know their specific sense of humor, distance to life and ability to cope in difficult situations.

This book is also a story about Czech literature, which has produced many outstanding writers. Franz Kafka, Bohumil Hrabal, Milan Kundera, Ota Pavel - these are just some of the names that have made Czech culture famous all over the world. The author analyzes the phenomenon of their work and tries to answer the question why Czech literature is so popular and appreciated.

Czech Republic. You can't make this up is a must-read for anyone who wants to get to know the Czech Republic and the Czechs better. It is a book that entertains, teaches and makes you think. It is a story about a country and people who are really convinced that they live in the best place on earth. Is it really so? See for yourself!

Publication details: Pages: 304, Format: 200x142 mm, Year of publication: 2025, Binding: paperback, Publisher: Muza.